In which of the following cases will the U.S.Supreme Court have original,but not exclusive,jurisdiction?

A) When the validity of any treaty has been questioned.
B) When the validity of a federal statute has been questioned.
C) When there is a controversy between two or more states.
D) When a state proceeds against citizens of another state.

Original Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to hear and decide a case for the first time, as opposed to appellate jurisdiction, which reviews the decisions of lower courts.

Federal Statute

A law enacted by the national government’s legislative body and applicable across the entire country.

Controversy

A dispute or disagreement, often public, regarding a matter of opinion or interest.